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DanielleChristian Male Biblical name meaning

God is my judge

Pronunciation: dah-nee-el

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Name
Danielle
Meaning
God is my judge
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
dah-nee-el
Lucky Number
28
28
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Danielle mean?

Danielle is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "God is my judge". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: dah-nee-el. Lucky number: 28. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Δανιέλλα

θεία, θερμό, θερμός, θερμότης,

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

dah-nee-el

IPA

/dænɪˈɛlə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Danielle is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is God is my judge. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

28

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GoldYellow

Lucky Stone

Tiger Eye

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: People with a life path number 2 have a strong desire to help and nurture others. They are naturally compassionate and have a talent for bringing harmony and balance to any situation.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulL = LoyalF = Faithful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name for a girl who embodies faith and trust in God's judgment and guidance.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Danielle is a popular name among Christians, particularly in Western cultures, and has been in use since the Middle A Ages. It has been the name of numerous saints and religious figures throughout history, including Saint Danielle of Siena, a Dutch Catholic mystic and Blessed Danielle da Nola, an Italian nun.
Danielle is a name that evokes divine wisdom and guidance. It reminds us that God is the ultimate judge and decider of our lives, and that we can place our trust in His judgment and will. The name also suggests a connection to the ancient prophet Daniel, who was a model of faith and patience in the face of adversity. Wearing or using the name Danielle as a spiritual name can help us stay connected to our faith and trust in divine guidance.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Danielle of the Apocalypse, a female figure in the Book of Revelation. The name Danielle carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

1st century

Historical records show that Danielle Collen, a French actress born in 1972. The name Danielle carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

20th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Danielle FishelDanielle PanabakerDanielle Steel

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Danielle

God is my judge, God is my judge, heavenly, heavenly, heavenly,

🇮🇱Hebrew

דניאל

זהב, הקדש, אלוהי, קדוש, חנוך, דעת,

🇬🇷Greek

Δανιέλλα

θεία, θερμό, θερμός, θερμότης,

🇮🇹Latin

Daniella

deus, sanctus, sapientia,

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